Djokovic, who is experiencing his fourth year-end at the top of the ATP rankings, was named March Athlete of the Month by the United States Sports Academy. He won the Masters tournaments in Indian Wells and Miami that month.
Other male nominees, among others, include LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Usain Bolt, Chris Froome and Tom Brady.
Djokovic already won the award in 2011 and 2014.
The vote in the 31st consecutive annual Sports Academy awards kicked off on December 2, and the results will be revealed on December 24.
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Source: Tanjug